I got the chance to road trip out to the path of totality! My phone camera didn’t do it justice, so I painted what I saw instead 🌞🌚
Here’s the photo I took and the sketch I made with my finger in the notes app while watching it happen 😆
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We must see the hidden meaning or ‘signature’ of every occurrence. Our survival is at stake. We need to develop and use systems and techniques that will… clarify the chaotic situations we are presently immersed in. It is not enough to perceive what is happening in El Salvador or in Israel, we need to see through these events and how they are related to our lives and the life of the planet and what they have to do with archetypal and the life processes.
- Gloria Anzaldúa, source
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Today’s “Ring of Fire” eclipse. from, Bryce Canyon National Park.
Credits: NPS Photo/Peter Densmore.
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Ecological Systems and Human Organizing
When learning about ecology and natural systems, it's easy to see how we can fit that into strategic design for organizations.
Climate change will continue to pose ever-greater challenges to how we live, work, and organize ourselves. A recent conference has helped inspire some ways to think about how we might do this better.
Natural systems are all around us, even if they are hidden. In urban centres, much of what we call ‘nature’ is reduced to a few trees, a park, and maybe a ditch or ravine that we traverse over. But…
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Total eclipse of the Bun 🌑✨ Prints
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Healing the Earth with Landfarm Remediation: A Sustainable Approach to Soil and Water Contamination
Land has been used by humans for agriculture, construction, and resource extraction for centuries. However, these actions have resulted in environmental contamination and pollution, endangering the planet and its inhabitants. A novel approach to remedying the damage to the land, known as landfarm remediation, has emerged in recent times.
Landfarm remediation utilizes natural systems and microorganisms to degrade and transform harmful substances in contaminated soil and water. This strategy is based on the principles of sustainable agriculture and the ancient practice of harmonizing with the earth to promote healing and growth.
At its core, landfarm remediation is a profoundly holistic undertaking, striving to strike a balance between the needs of the environment and those of human society. It acknowledges that the welfare of the land is intertwined with that of all living organisms, and that true sustainability is achievable only by working in harmony with nature.
To comprehend the mechanics of landfarm remediation, it is beneficial to consider the natural systems it relies on. Soil, for instance, is teeming with microorganisms that are vital for breaking down organic matter and cycling nutrients through the ecosystem. These microorganisms comprise bacteria, fungi, and other tiny entities that collaborate to form a complex network of life.
When the soil is contaminated with pollutants such as heavy metals or petroleum, these microorganisms may be disrupted, leading to a decline in soil health and biodiversity loss. Landfarm remediation aims to reestablish the equilibrium of these natural systems by introducing specific strains of microorganisms capable of breaking down contaminants and converting them into harmless byproducts.
The landfarm remediation process usually starts with selecting a suitable remediation site. This could necessitate soil testing and analysis to determine the extent of contamination and the types of pollutants present. Once a site is chosen, the soil is tilled and aerated to foster an environment conducive to the flourishing of microorganisms.
Following that, a range of organic materials may be added to the soil, including compost, manure, and other nutrient-dense materials. These materials provide sustenance and energy to the microorganisms, allowing them to reproduce and break down contaminants more efficiently.
Over time, the microorganisms will continue to work their magic, degrading pollutants and converting them into harmless compounds. As the process continues, the soil will become healthier and more fertile, supporting the growth of new plant life and restoring the balance of the ecosystem.
Landfarm remediation is a multifaceted and dynamic undertaking that necessitates careful planning and management. It necessitates a deep understanding of the natural systems at play in the environment, as well as the specific requirements and characteristics of the microorganisms involved.
Nevertheless, the benefits of landfarm remediation are substantial. By reviving the health of contaminated land, we can create a more sustainable future for ourselves and future generations. We can also generate new opportunities for sustainable agriculture and land use, promoting the growth of healthy food and ecosystems that support human health and wellbeing.
Ultimately, landfarm remediation is a potent tool for rehabilitating the earth and creating a more sustainable future. It draws on the age-old wisdom of working in tandem with nature to promote growth and healing while also embracing the latest scientific knowledge and techniques. By integrating these approaches, we can foster a healthier, more resilient world that is more interconnected with the natural systems that sustain us.
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Landfarm Remediation: The Ancient Art of Healing the Earth
Landfarm remediation is a practice that involves using natural systems and microorganisms to break down and transform harmful substances in contaminated soil and water. This approach seeks to restore the balance of natural systems and promote healing and growth in the environment, while also creating a more sustainable future for human society.
Landfarm remediation is based on the principles of sustainable agriculture and draws upon the ancient art of working with the earth to promote healing and growth. It recognizes the interconnectedness of the health of the land and the health of all living beings, and seeks to work with nature, rather than against it.
To remediate contaminated soil, specific strains of microorganisms are introduced to break down the contaminants and transform them into harmless compounds. This process typically involves soil testing and analysis, tilling and aerating the soil, and adding organic materials such as compost and manure to provide food and energy for the microorganisms.
Landfarm remediation is a complex process that requires careful planning and management, as well as an understanding of the natural systems and microorganisms involved. However, the rewards are significant, including the restoration of the health of contaminated land and the creation of new opportunities for sustainable agriculture and land use.
Ultimately, landfarm remediation is a powerful tool for healing the earth and creating a more sustainable future by combining ancient wisdom with modern scientific knowledge and techniques. It can help us create a world that is healthier, more resilient, and more connected to the natural systems that sustain us.
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Red Sprites, between stars and storms l Paul M Smith
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A massive hurricane as seen from the ISS
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A plastinated human brain and nervous system
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Nonhumans are here, even if you do not see us. We always will be. We are often hard to spot, but can be found doing all the things a human might.
A cat went to work at an event stall for a mental health service.
A massive sea serpent wanted to go to science class because it enjoyed it more than the rest of those living in its shared form.
The void sat down, huddled up in a blanket, to watch a tv show with its partners. It had to stop watching after a bit, but enjoyed spending time with those close to it anyway.
A wolf went to a psychologist appointment and gratefully drank the hot chocolate they were offered in the waiting room.
A shapeshifting being of pure darkness spoke publicly about trans rights in front of politicians and then went to the pride festival he helped fight to keep alive.
A dragon went to school so the others sharing his human body could have a break.
A manifestation of the fear of madness itself sat in the food court at the mall eating mochi and drinking tea while waiting for its friends to get back from shopping.
A witch drew a picture of his cardinal bird and shared the work he was so proud of with his friends.
A cockatoo borrowed the next book in his favourite series from the school library and almost couldn't wait the whole day to go home and read it.
An alien went camping and watched the birds outside and the way the wind made waves and patterns on the water.
A fallen angel went shopping for sunglasses to shield his eyes from how bright the sun was.
A harpy went shopping for new plants to look after. He named a few because he loved them so much, and sent pictures to all of his friends.
An anthropomorphic hedgehog traded Pokemon cards with his peers at school. He was happy with his collection.
You may not see us, and you may feel alone, but you are not. We are just hidden. We are in more places than you'd think, and in the places you'd least expect. We are complex, we are valued, and we are here.
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yes, yes i know edgeworth’s big wet eyes and loser boy personality have captivated us all, but listen. listen.
phoenix wright
phoenix “genuinely unable to reconcile the girl on the stand with the girl he dated for eight months, a cognitive dissonance so profound it’s ultimately explained by them being literally two different people, but which he first sits with for five years and does not talk about at any point to anyone” wright
phoenix “don’t mention that name to me. i don’t want to talk about it. i don’t want to think about it. i am just going to keep myself in this state of perpetual crisis mode focus on other people’s problems until eventually i die and get to hang out with mia on the astral plane and never have to deal with any of these emotions ever again” wright
phoenix “overnight loses his career and reputation and sense of identity while gaining an adopted, probably pretty traumatized eight-year-old daughter, and rather than leaning on his friends for help, or getting therapy, or taking any time to process any of this, he *checks notes* spends seven years dedicating all his free time and energy to investigating the weird fucking circumstances around it and maintains a friendship with the guy he suspects was behind it all” wright
phoenix "runs across a burning bridge and falls through it, half a day after the game establishes that he is terrified of heights, because his friend is on the other side of that bridge" wright
phoenix “i sure felt surprised. maybe i had my poker face on” wright
phoenix “looking back on it that was actually a pretty dark period in my life” wright
phoenix “don’t ask me how i got started. i don’t remember” wright
phoenix “only you stood still, your eyes calmly watching” wright
phoenix “sometimes, life just sucks” wright
just
phoenix wright
crunchiest man in the world
and all i wanna do is chew and chew and chew on him
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